Amazing Pattaya – diverse yet unique!

First visa-on arrival experience! Never knew the process is so easy or may be that’s why tourists’ favorite destination is Thailand!

After arriving in Bangkok airport we got our passports stamped. Immigration officials checked only return tickets though we had all our documents ready as per the internet advice.

We chose bus for our journey from Bangkok Ekkamai Bus Station. We made a good decision as the air conditioned bus service is very comfortable. Blankets are provided in the bus if you feel cold and costs less than taxi.

After reaching Pattaya we hired a shared small auto rickshaw type vehicle to reach our hotel.

We took rest as we were jet legged and went to see tourist spots next morning. We booked a cab for the day.

Sanctuary of Truth is a famous tourist attraction of Pattaya. Majestic art work done on teak wood by the artists is truly worth praising. When we visited the place renovation works were going on. The place gives a pleasant sense of art and culture combined with nature and religion. Entry ticket costs 500 Baht (half for children).

 

 

Sanctuary of Truth is a place to admire beauty of art and crafts. Respect the place by wearing respectful dresses. No shorts are allowed inside. Hire Sarong if you are in need.

 

The place is a reflection of peaceful relationship between Hinduism and Buddhism. Basic elements of nature Earth, Water, Fire and Wind are showcased inside in the form of Gods and Goddesses.

Thailand is ruled by royal people. As a tribute large bright photo of king is there inside the museum.

There is a place to sit and eat in the complex. After enjoying the beautiful complex by the sea taste of Thai food will definitely seem tastier!

Art in Paradise is a 3-D art Gallery. Entrance fee is 500 baht. Enter inside the Gallery before 5pm (closing time 6pm) Actually you will need more than an hour as you will be mesmerised by the art.

Paintings seem real and so beautifully done that clicking photos will not stop so soon.

After checking out Art in Paradise you can relax at Pattaya View Point. From the hill top beach and the nearby places are visible.

Big Buddha Temple is another major attraction of Pattaya. Huge dragons flanked on each side of the staircases pointing towards a big Buddha statue is truly awesome!

It is also known as Wat Phra Yai in Thai language. The temple is located on Pratumnak Hill.

Lord Buddha is seen in various positions around the main statue.

Worshippers pray for good life! You can donate money if you wish.

After visiting art-crafts-religious places definitely it was the time to enjoy our evening differently. What is better than ALCAZAR Cabaret show? Price of the ticket depends on whether you want front seat or back seat varies between 500 to 600 baht. When we reached few tickets were left. We grabbed them whatever were given!

Light-dance-music performed by ladyboys were very much refreshing!

Final day in Pattaya was well-spent as we walked through famous Walking Street. At night the place gets louder as tourists throng to get a drink and bands play the music. Walking Street is the busiest hotspot of Pattaya during night!

Finally Pattaya Beach Road. And large coconuts sold by local people! We walked by the beach and was thinking how fast time had gone by.

Manab asked a lady price of one large coconut. She showed her two hands. We thought she said 10 baht. We were surprised and at the time very happy. After we finished drinking coconut water and the cocnut flesh Manab handed over 20 baht for two coconuts. As we were about to leave, she screamed and tried to say something in Thai. Then we understood that earlier she had said 100 baht for one coconut when she showed her two hands!

Amazing Pattaya!